2008 Suzuki Swift vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Swift and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo C30 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Swift | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
Model | Swift | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |